Real Estate Investing in Spearman, Texas (79081)

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Hansford County • Population: 3,224 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 79081 (Spearman, TX)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (57/100)

Mixed — values have been flat. OK for long-horizon buyers, less attractive if you may need to sell soon.

📈 For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (57/100)

A cash-flow market — rent-to-price math works from day one, though value growth is modest. Great for income-focused investors.

⚠️ Risks to Know
2 flags
  • High vacancy: 25.2% of homes vacant — above national norms.
  • Declining values: -3.3% 5-year CAGR — values have moved lower.

• Modeled rent — no observed market rent for this ZIP; the figure is estimated from HUD fair-market rent.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

1.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

5.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $125,479
Avg Monthly Rent $1,035
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $63,333
% Renters 28.5%

Market Analysis: 79081 Spearman

From a cash-flow lens, ZIP 79081 has challenges — vacancy pressure, softer price growth, and tenant stability concerns sit alongside the $125K median. It rewards specialists, not generalists.

For an experienced owner, 79081 can be a a viable market for hunting ground — but the discount at $125K reflects genuine risk that outside investors often underestimate.

ZIP 79081's metrics run below Hansford County's averages on price growth and tenant stability. Investors who ignore that regional gap tend to relearn it the hard way.

Resident income in 79081 sits below the county median. That reality colors rent collection, vacancy, and reinvestment math in ways that outside investors often underestimate.

Experienced landlords with local relationships tend to find 79081 workable. Turnkey investors from out of state usually find the numbers do not hold up in practice.

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🏦 Current 30-yr Fixed Mortgage Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS

Here's what matters if you're considering buying a home in Spearman:

C Below Average
Buy Confidence Score: 53/100
Affordability
25/25
Appreciation
0/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
6/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Affordable
Homes cost 2× the median income
Value Trend
Stable (+1.5%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,035/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
WARM
Seller-favorable conditions, steady activity
Bottom Line: This market may be challenging for buyers. Consider your timing and budget carefully.
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WARM MARKET
Borger, TX Metro Area
Seller-favorable conditions, steady activity
0 days
Average time to sell
Very Fast
9.2%
Listings with price cuts
Few Cuts
0.0%
Sale price vs asking
Below Ask
0.0%
Income needed for mortgage
Affordable
📅 Market conditions as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly from Borger, TX metro data

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$161K$152K$143K$134K$125K$116KFeb 2016May 2021Jul 2026

📊 How Does 79081 Compare?

Metric 79081 Spearman Borger, TX Texas
Home Value $125,479 $125,479 N/A $297,000
5-Year CAGR N/A N/A N/A 5.4%
Avg Rent $1,035 $1,035 N/A -
Cap Rate 6.4% 6.4% - -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
6.4%
Good
5yr Growth
-3.3%
Declining

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Borger, TX metro

0/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
0/3
0%
Days Pending
0/2
0 days

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📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $125,479
Monthly Rent $1,035
Price-to-Rent 10.1:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 9.9%
Cap Rate 6.4%
5-Year IRR 3.2%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +1.5% ▲
3-Year CAGR -0.4% ▼
5-Year CAGR -3.3% ▼
10-Year CAGR +0.5% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Neutral Leverage Cap Rate: 6.4%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage is roughly neutral here.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) is close to the estimated cap rate (6.4%). Financing this market at current rates produces a cash-on-cash return near the cap rate. Appreciation and tax benefits may still support the investment.

⚠️ Risk Signals

Composite view of factors that can impact a ZIP's stability and your downside risk.

Vacancy
25.2%
Elevated risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
-3.3%
Declining
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 79081

Population: 3,224

💰 Median Household Income
$63,333
This area
$63,333
State
$70,593
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
28.5%
This area
28.5%
State
29.5%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
3.3%
This area
3.3%
State
-25.4%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
25.7%
This area
25.7%
State
-5.8%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
35.4 years
This area
35.4 years
State
-3.7 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
25.2%
This area
25.2%
State
18.3%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 80.9%
Other/Mixed 18.6%
Hispanic/Latino 17.8%
Black/African American 0.3%
Asian 0.2%
👶 Under 18
28.8%
This area
28.8%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
14.3%
This area
14.3%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
7.6%
This area
7.6%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 79081

A Avg School Grade
3 Schools
9.8:1 Avg Class Size
$15,391 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A Very Good

GUS BIRDWELL EL

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
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356 Students
👨‍🏫
10.9:1 Class Size
💰
$15,391 Per Student
A Very Good

SPEARMAN H S

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
206 Students
👨‍🏫
9.2:1 Class Size
💰
$15,391 Per Student
A Very Good

SPEARMAN J H

📚 06 – 08 Middle
👥
162 Students
👨‍🏫
9.2:1 Class Size
💰
$15,391 Per Student
About Repit School Scores

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We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

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  • School Funding — Resources available for programs, staff, and facilities
  • Community Factors — Neighborhood characteristics that influence student success
  • School Environment — Size, type, and structure

Scores are updated annually using federal education data.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do tenants pay in Spearman, TX?

Expect rents around $1,035/mo per month in Spearman, TX. With home values at $125K, the yield math works out to reasonable levels for rental investors.

How strong is tenant demand in Spearman, TX?

Working renters make up the core of the Spearman, TX tenant base. The pool is reasonable for investors targeting long-term holds.

What price range are homes in Spearman, TX?

The median home value in Spearman, TX is roughly $125K. That puts it reasonable relative to the TX statewide average.

What kind of market is Spearman, TX for investors?

Our data puts Spearman, TX at 3.0/5 for investability. Home prices of $125K and rents around $1,035/mo create a solid backdrop for investor activity.

Is Spearman, TX landlord-friendly?

TX law landlord-friendly for landlords, and Spearman inherits those rules. Investors should still review local ordinances for rental licensing.

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